Formatting a Script

***THIS COURSE IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRE-REGISTRATION AND WILL BE RELEASED IN DECEMBER 2024***

Ever felt overwhelmed by the technical side of screenwriting?

Getting the format right is key to making your script stand out and ensuring it’s taken seriously by industry professionals. In this section, we’ll cover the essentials of screenplay formatting, from scene headings to action lines, character introductions, and dialogue. You’ll also get an introduction to popular screenwriting software like Final Draft and Celtx, helping you streamline the writing process. We’ll teach you how to write concise, dynamic action lines that visualize the story for the reader, and give tips on using active voice to keep the momentum going. Plus, we’ll explore how to craft a satisfying conclusion that ties up story arcs, resolves conflicts, and leaves a lasting impact on the audience. We’ll also show you how to use white space to make your script visually appealing and easy to read, while emphasizing the importance of page count and pacing to maintain reader engagement. Finally, we’ll walk you through common formatting mistakes and how to avoid them, so your script looks polished and professional from the first page to the last.

This is class is for:

• Aspiring screenwriters looking to break into film or TV writing
• Creative writers who want to expand their skills into screenwriting
• Beginners eager to learn the basics of writing for the screen
• Writers with some experience who want to refine their craft and techniques
• Authors looking to adapt their novels or stories into screenplays